ADJUSTING HOLDDOWN

The holddown (A) Fig. 23, should be adjusted so it contacts the top surface of the work (D) being cut by loosening lock knob (B) and moving holddown rod (C) up or down. Then tighten lock knob (B). The holddown

(A)Fig. 23, may be adjusted front to rear, by loosening set screw (B) Fig. 24, and positioning the holddown in the desired location. Once the holddown is in the desired location, tighten set screw (B), Fig. 24.

ADJUSTING DUST BLOWER

The dust blower (A) Fig. 24, may be positioned to direct air to the most effective point on the cutting line.

DUST COLLECTION CUP

A dust collection cup (A) Fig. 25 is provided and can be attached to a shop vacuum system by utilizing the port covered by cap (B).

B

A

Fig. 24

INSIDE CUTTING

A blade threaded through a hole in the workpiece is inside cutting. The Delta 16" Scroll Saw has the capability of performing this operation quickly and easily.

Loosen lock knob (A) Fig. 26, and raise the holddown

(B). Release blade tension by moving tension lever (C) forward and loosen upper blade holder by moving lever

(D)to the rear as shown. This will release the blade (E). Insert the blade (E) into the next hole in the pattern, as shown.

C

A

D

BE

B

C

A

D

Fig. 23

A

B

Fig. 25

Reassemble blade (E) Fig. 27, and tighten blade by moving lever (D) forward (closed). Move tension lever

(C)to the rear as shown and lower holddown (B). You are ready to make the next inside cut.

C

D E

B

Fig. 27

Fig. 26

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Delta 40-570 instruction manual Adjusting Holddown, Adjusting Dust Blower, Dust Collection CUP, Inside Cutting